Pumpkin-Turkey Ghoulash

Ingredients

• 2 (1 3/4 lb)  skinless turkey thighs, cut into 1 inch pieces
• 1/2 cup sweet paprika or hot paprika (or a combo)
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 large onions, choppped
• 2 large russet potatoes, about 1 1/2 lb, peeled and cut in 1 inch pieces
• 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
• 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can pumpkin
• 4 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 sprig fresh thyme, plus
• 3 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 1/2 lbs egg noodles
• 5 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon caraway seed

Directions

1. 1

   Place turkey, paprika, 2 t salt, and 1 t pepper in a large resealable bag. Seal bag; shake. Heat oil in large pot over med-high. Remove turkey from spice mixture (reserve spice mixture in bag). Add turkey to pot; cook 5 minute Place onions and potatoes in bag with spice mixture. Seal bag; shake to coat. Add veggies to pot; cook 5 min, turning occasionally. Add broth, pumpkin, garlic, bay leaf, and thyme sprig; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until potatoes begin to fall apart, about 1 hour.

2. 2

   Discard thyme sprig. Stir in 1 T chopped thyme. Season stew with salt and pepper.

3. 3

   Can be made ahead up to 2 days ahead.

4. 4

   Cook noodles til tender but still firm to bite. Drain noodles; return to pot. Add butter and caraway seeds. Toss until butter melts. Divide noodles among bowls; top with stew and sprinkle with remaining thyme. Serve with sour cream, if desired.